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Situated in Romsey, 15 km from The Mayflower Theatre, The Duke on The Test features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. This 4-star inn features free WiFi and a bar. The property is non-smoking and is located 16 km from Southampton Guildhall. The rooms at the inn are fitted with a seating area, a flat-screen TV and a safety deposit box. Rooms have a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Guest rooms will provide guests with a desk and a kettle. An à la carte, continental or Full English/Irish breakfast is available each morning at the property. Southampton Cruise Terminal is 17 km from The Duke on The Test, while Ageas Bowl is 24 km from the property. Southampton Airport is 17 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Breakfast to go

Free private parking available on-site


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
or
2 single beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.3
Facilities
8.8
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
8.6
Location
8.9
Free WiFi
8.5

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Tracy
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great location; very close to Port terminal. Very clean and spacious room. Tastefully decorated both in the room and the pub itself. Good value for money for the room. Good selection of room refreshments.
  • Lisa
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    All of it! Beautiful pub with comfortable, well equipped rooms. Very dog friendly. The food was superb with an excellent range of gluten free and vegetarian options. The perfect stop after a long day’s walking. We’ve already booked to stay again!
  • Anne
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Delicious breakfast - we opted for the poached eggs with smoked trout - perfectly cooked and yummy! Staff were all very helpful and the room was comfortable. Lovely thick and cosy duvet on the king-size bed.
  • Tony
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The staff are excellent, friendly and very helpful
  • Peta
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The Duke is a lovely place to stay. The bed is comfy, it was warm, the staff helpful and welcoming. The decoration is in keeping with the name The Duke on the Test. The food is delicious. This is my third visit, my only complaint is because it...
  • John
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We were made very welcome on arrival. The room was comfortable and well fitted. The evening meal and breakfast were both excellent. The staff were helpful ad attentive
  • Evan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great breakfast, and evening meal in the restaurant. Good size car park. Pleasant riverside walk accessed at the back of the car park Really enjoyed our stay and would visit again
  • Sheila
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The Duke was a high end pub with excellent food and a warm welcome. The staff were friendly and professional and dressed very smartly.
  • Audrey
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very cozy, good sized bedroom with clean bathroom . Staff also nice. We had breakfast which was delicious .
  • Jennifer
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very convenient location. Excellent breakfast, comfortable room

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • The Duke on The Test
    • Cuisine
      British
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of The Duke on The Test
Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Fold-up bed
  • Clothes rack

Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

Living Area

  • Seating Area
  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Radio
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking

Services

  • Pet bowls
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Express check-in/check-out

Reception services

  • Invoice provided

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • Safety deposit box

General

  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms

Accessibility

  • Emergency cord in bathroom
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Higher level toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Languages spoken

  • English

House rules
The Duke on The Test takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 15:00 to 22:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 08:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
£25 per child, per night
Cot upon request
£10 per child, per night
3 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
£25 per child, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Groups
When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cards accepted at this property
American ExpressVisaMastercardMaestroSolo Cash is not accepted
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform The Duke on The Test in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

FAQs about The Duke on The Test

  • The Duke on The Test has 1 restaurant:

    • The Duke on The Test

  • The prices at The Duke on The Test may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Guests staying at The Duke on The Test can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.4).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Gluten-free
    • À la carte
    • Breakfast to go

  • Yes, The Duke on The Test is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Room options at The Duke on The Test include:

    • Twin/Double

  • Check-in at The Duke on The Test is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • The Duke on The Test is 1.3 miles from the centre of Romsey. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The Duke on The Test offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):